The Celestron CGEM DX 1400 HD combines Celestron's newly designed CGEM DX Computerized Equatorial mount with its new EdgeHD optical system. With more than 60% more light gathering power than the 11 telescope the CGEM DX 1400 is Celestrons largest optical system in its class. Featuring our premium StarBright XLT coatings and 14 of aperture this telescope gives you the brightest clearest views whether observing planetary or deep-sky objects. Celestron CGEM DX Equatorial Mount The Celestron CGEM DX mount is the newest member of our fully computerized Equatorial mount series capable of carrying Celestrons high-end 11 and 14 optical tubes. The CGE PRO style 2.75 leg tripod holds even our 14 optics securely and vibration free which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 50 lbs of payload and slewing at 5 per second you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database. German Equatorial mounts are recognized for their rock solid stability simple balancing and easy accessibility for attaching accessories. With sophisticated software features like the Hibernate function the CGEM DX can maintain its star alignment night after night without needing to be re-aligned making it an excellent choice for a permanent observatory facility. Ergonomic Design - CGEM DX was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up. Innovation - The CGEM DX series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure called All-Star. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star while the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature of the CGEM DX sure to please astroimagers is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors while
